Louise Montag is a seasoned public health professional with over a decade of experience in the field and more than seven years specializing in substance misuse prevention. A Certified Prevention Consultant (CPC), she is the Owner and CEO of Montag Forward Solutions LLC, where she provides strategic guidance and training to prevention professionals nationwide. Louise’s goal is to foster a new generation of effective leaders and sustainable organizations dedicated to social good. She is passionate about seeing people grow, develop, and gain new knowledge and skills to strengthen their work.

Previously, Louise served as the Executive Director at Prevention Network, leading initiatives to enhance community-based prevention efforts. She has facilitated countless breakout sessions, keynote presentations, and trainings, as well as developed numerous resources to support prevention professionals.

Her dedication to the field has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Prevention Specialist of the Year Award from MDHHS-OROSC, the Top 10 in 10 Years Award from Oakland University, and the Arthur Ashe Award from ESPN.

Outside of her professional work, Louise enjoys traveling with her husband, staying active, and spending time with her two dogs.